GRE Word List

EMETIC

an agent that induces vomiting

The meaning of the word emetic is an agent that induces vomiting.

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WordMeaning
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urbanenotably polite or polished in manner
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grudgeto be unwilling to give or admit : give or allow reluctantly or resentfully
ambulatoryable to walk about and not bedridden
misogynista person who hates or discriminates against women : a misogynistic person
avariceexcessive or insatiable desire for wealth or gain : greediness
weirdof strange or extraordinary character : odd
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